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Highly recommend Encounters Travel. Entire tour was conducted without a hiccup, tour guides were amazing - friendly, highly knowledgeable, courteous and nothing was too much trouble to ensure our trip was of a high standard.
Chook31, 23 Oct 2018
Country(ies): China
Tour type: Shoestring
Group size: Min: 7 | Max: 20
Accommodation: Hostels, camping & overnight train
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Transport: Trains, buses & public transport
Highlights: Bright lights of Hong Kong, active adventure in Yangshuo, cute Pandas, the Terracotta Warriors, Kung Fu monks of Shaolin, bustling Beijing & Great Wall of China, rural landscapes of Fujian & Hangzhou, night out in lively Shanghai
This 25-day full circuit of China take in all the major sites and more. An amazing budget china tour that covers Hong Kong, Chengdu, Beijing & Shanghai, along with plenty of off-the-beaten track adventures and activities along the way.
Starting and ending in the dazzling city of Hong Kong, we take you on a budget tour of China beginning with Yangshuo and its towering karst mountains, green fertile fields, and a long list of adventure activities to try out. It's then on to Chengdu for an encounter with the endangered but equally endearing panda bear.
Next we drop in to Xi'an for a shot of China's rich and ancient cultural history, and a visit to the world famous Terracotta Warriors. Continuing on to Dengfeng, home to the iconic Shaolin Temple, it's all out kung fu madness, with a chance to watch and even train with the masters of martial arts. Eventually we reach Beijing, China's bustling capital, and from here we take a trip out to the unmissable Great Wall of China and a night camping on the walls, and also enjoy a spectacular sunset and sunrise.
Heading towards Shanghai we spend a little time in Hangzhou, Zhejiang province amongst the beautiful bamboo forests and crystal clear lagoons, before reaching the world's biggest city. A night out in Shanghai is an experience you'll never forget. We finally work our way back to Hong Kong, stopping off in Fujian en route to sample rural China at its best.
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This tour is also available for booking privately for travel anytime through the year, and we can also customise the itinerary to fit your personal requirements. Please contact us for details and prices.
The hotels and accommodations listed below are the ones we most often on this tour. From time to time we may exchange these for similar properties at the same level. In general, specific hotels cannot be guaranteed on our group tours, but you may select your preferred options if you are booking a tailor-made trip.
Leo Hostel
Beijing
Leo Hostel, one of the top-rated hostels in China by Lonely Planet, is a 10-minute walk from Tiananmen Square. The hostel with traditional characteristics offers comfortable accommodation, a tour desk, a library and massage service.
Yangshuo 11 hostel
Yangshuo
Located in Yangshuo in the Guangxi Region, 200 yards from Yangshuo West Street, Yangshuo 11 Hostel features a garden and sun terrace. There is a restaurant, a shared kitchen and snack bar at this property.
Han Tang Inn Hostel
Xi'an
Han Tang Inn is a boutique hostel situated inside a traditional residence in Xi'an City Centre. It offers bicycle rental services and a 24-hour front desk. Massage services are available.
Mr Panda Hostel
Chengdu
Mr Panda Youth Hostel is located in Chengdu, 1.2 miles from Chun Xi Road. This non-smoking hostel offers 2 dining options and cosy rooms with a private bathroom. Free Wi-Fi is provided in public areas.
Xiwuli Lodge
Moganshan
Moganshan Xiwuli Lodge is a small lodge in beautiful bamboo forest. Rooms are clean and comfortable and the lodge can accommodate up to 16 people, all rooms are air-conditioned. It offers a wonderful BBQ & brunch service, served by its Korean chef.
The Phoenix hostel
Shanghai
Located a 5-minute walk from People's Square Subway Station, The Phoenix Hostel Shanghai offers rooms with free wired or Wi-Fi internet.
WanheKezhan Tulou
Fujian
A tulou is a traditional round house and is quite basic but makes a unique and interesting place to stay whilst in Fujian. The rooms and beds are clean, and the staff service is very good & friendly. You can enjoy traditional food in the dining room.
Bandeng Guest House
Dengfeng
This basic but comfortable guest house is just a short walk from the main Shaolin temple. It has clean well equipped rooms and wifi as well as its own on site restaurant.
Yes Inn @ Yau Ma Tei
Hong Kong
Only a 1-minute stroll from the bustling Temple Street Night Market, Yes Inn @ Yau Ma Tei offers accommodation centrally located in Hong Kong. Guests can find a wide selection of local food in the surroundings.
Our tours are designed to include all that you need to enjoy a really special time in the destination you‘re visiting. However, we do also offer some extra options to complement the tour and add some additional sightseeing or activities, or some extra time at either end of the tour.
All accommodation based options (e.g. Single supplements, extra nights, cruise upgrades) should be booked and paid for in advance so that we can make the appropriate arrangements. Other options may either be booked and paid for in advance or while you are on the tour, though we recommend booking in advance to ensure there are no issues with availability.
Many options are priced the same throughout the year, but some may incur single or high season supplements - full details are given on the tour reservation form or on request.
The detailed Tour Notes below have been written to give you some more detailed information about how the tour runs, what to expect, and how to prepare for your holiday. We recommend downloading an up to date copy of these shortly before you travel in case of any changes.
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